You have a story in your head. Maybe you've had it for years. You know the characters, you know how it ends, but you've never had the time or the confidence to get it all down on paper. That's where we come in.
Purple Giraffe Press works with people all over Dublin who have a novel in them but need a professional writer to help bring it out. Ghostwriting fiction in Dublin is what we do every day, and we treat every project like it's our own book, even though your name goes on the cover.
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- what it is
Whether you want a gritty thriller, a family saga, a romance, or something that doesn't fit neatly into any genre, we sit down with you first and listen. Then we write. You stay in the driver's seat the whole way through, and we handle the parts that usually stop people from finishing a book: structure, pacing, dialogue, and getting words on the page every single week.
If you've been putting off writing your novel because life keeps getting in the way. Most people who reach out to us have tried to write the book themselves at some point. Some got a few chapters in and lost momentum. Others have never written more than a diary entry but have carried a story around in their head for years. There's no wrong starting point. What matters is that you have something worth telling, and you'd rather have a professional shape it properly than let it sit unfinished.
- how it works
A lot of people picture ghostwriting as handing over a rough idea and getting a finished book back a week later. That's not how it works, and honestly, you should be wary of anyone who promises that.
Here's the real process. You bring the story, the characters, the world, and the themes that matter to you. We bring the craft: how to open a chapter so people keep reading, how to write dialogue that sounds like real people talking, how to pace a plot so it doesn't sag in the middle.
You'll be involved at every stage. Most clients send us voice notes, rough chapter outlines, or even just a few pages of notes scribbled on a phone. We turn that into a proper manuscript, chapter by chapter, checking in with you regularly so the book still sounds like your story, not ours.
Some clients want heavy involvement, reading every chapter as it's written and sending back notes. Others prefer to check in every few weeks and let us get on with it. Neither approach is wrong. We ask early on how much input you want, and we shape the working pattern around that answer rather than forcing everyone through the same process.
One thing we always insist on, no matter how hands-off a client wants to be: you read and approve the sample chapter and the outline before full writing begins. Skipping that step is how projects go wrong, and we've seen it happen with other services, which is why we won't cut that corner.
- what we offer
Every novel is different, so we break our fiction ghostwriter for hire in Dublin service into a few clear categories. This helps you know exactly what you're paying for and what to expect at each stage.
Fast pacing, tight plotting, and a reason to turn the page. If you've got a detective, a conspiracy, or a crime that needs solving, we work with you to build a plot that holds together and doesn't give the ending away too soon.
Some stories need momentum from page one. Our action fiction ghostwriters in Dublin know how to write chase scenes, fights, and high-stakes moments that read fast without becoming confusing or repetitive. We also make sure the quieter chapters in between still carry weight, so the book doesn't feel like one long action scene.
Character work matters most here. We spend extra time on relationships, backstory, and the small emotional beats that make readers care whether two people end up together or whether a family finds its way back to each other.
For stories that lean more on voice, theme, and atmosphere than plot twists. This is often the hardest type of book to ghostwrite well, because it depends so much on tone. We do a longer sample chapter up front for this category so you can hear your own voice coming through before we commit to the full manuscript.
If you're planning more than one book, we can map out a series arc together first, so book one sets up book two properly instead of painting you into a corner.
- every age group
Every fiction book needs a clear audience. The writing style, characters, themes, and level of complexity all change depending on who the story is created for. We help shape your ideas into a manuscript that connects with the readers you want to reach.
Children's stories need engaging characters, imaginative worlds, and age-appropriate language that keeps young readers interested while supporting their reading journey.
Young adult novels often explore identity, relationships, challenges, and personal growth with a writing style that feels authentic to teenage readers.
Adult novels allow for deeper themes, complex characters, and more developed storytelling across genres such as thrillers, romance, literary fiction, and family dramas.
Understanding your target age group helps us develop the right voice, structure, pacing, and storytelling approach so your finished novel feels natural for its intended readers.
- who we help
- what to look for
This is a big decision, so it's worth being careful, whoever you end up working with. Ask any ghostwriter these questions before you sign anything:
A good ghostwriter will answer all of these without hesitating. If someone dodges the copyright question or won't put anything in writing, walk away.
- good to know
Before you start any project, whether with us or on your own, it helps to know where most unfinished manuscripts go wrong:
We build our whole process around avoiding these traps, which is part of why the sample chapter and outline stages exist before we write a single full chapter.
- why it matters
Plenty of people start a novel. Far fewer finish one. The gap usually comes down to a few things a ghostwriter is trained to handle:
- local and online
Most of our work happens online, by video call, phone, or email, which suits people with busy jobs and families. That said, we're based in Dublin and understand the city, so if you'd rather meet in person for the first conversation, that's not a problem either.
Working online doesn't mean less contact. You'll still get regular check-ins, draft chapters as they're finished, and a chance to give feedback before we move on to the next section.
- how it works
We start with a free call to hear your story idea, talk through genre, length, and timeline, and answer any questions you have about the process.
We write a short sample chapter based on your notes so you can see how your voice and story come through before agreeing to the full project.
Once you're happy with the sample, we build a chapter-by-chapter outline together and put a written agreement in place covering price, timeline, revisions, and copyright.
We write in batches, usually a few chapters at a time, and send them to you for feedback. You can request changes at each stage rather than waiting until the whole book is done.
Once the full manuscript is complete, we go through an agreed number of revision rounds together until you're happy with the final version.
You receive the finished manuscript, formatted and ready for the next step, whether that's self-publishing, sending to an agent, or printing copies for family and friends.
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Children Book - why choose us
If you're trying to find the best fiction ghostwriter in Dublin for your particular story, the honest answer is that it depends on fit. Read a sample chapter from anyone you're considering, including us, before you decide.
The Purple Giraffe Press TeamAustralian Children’s Publisher The same person who writes your sample chapter writes the whole book, so the voice stays consistent.
Every project is covered by a non-disclosure agreement, and we never discuss client details or story ideas with anyone.
The finished book belongs to you, completely, the moment it's paid for.
No hidden fees added halfway through the project.
We'd rather tell you a project will take four months than promise six weeks and deliver something rushed.
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- pricing
Every book is priced differently depending on length, genre, and how much research or plotting is involved. A short novel takes less time than a 100,000-word series opener with a detailed world to build.
Because of that, we don't publish a flat rate. Instead, we treat this as an affordable fiction ghostwriting service in Dublin by quoting per project once we understand your story, your target word count, and your timeline. You'll get a clear, itemised quote after the first call, with no pressure to commit on the spot.
As a general guide, shorter novels and novellas cost less than a full-length series opener with a large cast and detailed world-building. Genre matters too. A tightly plotted thriller with a simpler cast can sometimes cost less than a literary novel that needs several drafts to get the voice right. We'll always explain what's driving the price before you agree to anything, so there are no surprises halfway through.
Payment is usually split across the project rather than paid upfront in one go, tied to milestones like the sample chapter, the halfway point, and final delivery. This protects you as much as it protects us.
- explore more services
Whatever stage your book is at, our Dublin team can help. Explore the other services we offer children's authors near you.
Character design, full page art, spot illustrations and cover art, matched to the mood, pacing and age group of your book.
Learn more about Custom Illustrations in DublinA careful final check of spelling, grammar, punctuation, layout and consistency before your book goes to print or online.
Learn more about Proofreading in DublinProfessional narration, editing and mastering that turns your finished manuscript into an audiobook people want to listen to.
Learn more about Audiobook Production in DublinCreative, easy-to-navigate author websites that show off your books and help parents, teachers and librarians find you.
Learn more about Author Websites in DublinPremium hardback and paperback printing, with paper weight, binding and colour accuracy checked at every step.
Learn more about Book Printing in DublinThe logistics, ISBNs and platform registrations handled for you, from finished manuscript to a book readers can buy.
Learn more about Book Publishing in Dublin- get in touch
Share your idea or manuscript and we will come back within one business day with a friendly, no-pressure plan and a free estimate.
We usually reply within one business day.
- ready when you are
You don't need a finished outline or a perfect pitch to get started. A rough idea, a few notes, or even just a strong opening scene is enough for us to begin the conversation. Get in touch with Purple Giraffe Press today, and let's talk about the book only you can write.
- good to know
Honest answers to the questions Dublin authors ask us most. If yours is not here, a quick consultation will cover it.
Book a Free Consultation →No. Many clients start with just a premise or a main character. We help you build the plot and structure together during the early stages.
We work with clients across Ireland and the UK, including London. Most communication happens by video call and email, so location isn't a barrier.
Most full-length novels take between four and eight months, depending on length and how quickly feedback comes back to us during the drafting stage.
Yes. That's the point of the sample chapter stage. We match your voice and adjust it based on your feedback before writing the rest of the book.
Yes. Every client signs a confidentiality agreement before we begin, and your story details are never shared or discussed outside the project.
Yes. Pricing is based on the scope of the project, not location, so authors in London and Dublin are quoted on the same basis.
Your agreement includes a set number of revision rounds. We work through your feedback chapter by chapter until the manuscript matches what you had in mind.
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